Overview
Job Introduction: Passions for food and career development with a world-leading food service management company. We are a leading foodservice and hospitality provider across the UK and Ireland, seeking a Chef Manager on a permanent basis. This is a 37.5 hour per week role.
As Chef Manager you will produce outstanding food using the finest and freshest ingredients while also leading your team.
Responsibilities
* Produce outstanding food using high-quality ingredients.
* Lead and develop the kitchen team to deliver high-quality service and food.
* Manage kitchen operations and maintain HSE compliance.
* Plan seasonal menus and costings, and participate in purchasing and profit optimization.
* Recruit, train, and develop team members; maintain strong people management.
Essential qualifications
* Professional Cookery/Food Production & Cooking - City & Guilds 706-1/2 or equivalent.
* Minimum 2 years of catering experience.
* Experience in managing and developing a team of 3+ people within catering.
* Seasonal menu planning, costing, purchasing, and profit optimization experience.
* Experience in recruitment and training, and strong people management skills.
* Good knowledge of and ability to manage all HSE requirements for the role.
Desirable qualifications
* Experience in managing rosters and hours efficiently.
* Level 3 qualification in the relevant area (or equivalent).
* Competence in IT systems.
Benefits
* Free meals while at work.
* Rewards and discounts via Perks@Work platform.
* Additional, seasonal, and overtime hours available.
* Career pathways to support progression and skills development.
* Perks shopping discount card across the Island of Ireland.
* Learning and development programs with access to online training.
* Flexible working to support work-life balance.
* Leave purchase and wellness programs, Employee Assistance Program, and recognition schemes.
* Regular discounts and savings communications.
* And many more.
About Us
At Compass Ireland, our people are our business. Joining Compass Group means joining a supportive network dedicated to going the extra mile for our partner organisations. We invest in every colleague and are an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and building an inclusive environment for all employees. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal history, consistent with legal requirements.
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